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YK09 GYE

2009 BMW 520

Grey Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

125,205 mi
Last recorded125,205 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2022
Typical for 2009 BMW 520100,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK09 GYE
MakeBMW
Model520
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2022 125,205 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 136,779 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 125,204 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 117,290 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.4mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 102,051 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 13 Jul 2018 102,051 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 90,162 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 77,907 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 77,907 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear brake caliper locking device missing (3.5.1l)

Pass 13 Apr 2015 71,070 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 65,034 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 65,034 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 May 2013 59,083 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 May 2013 58,886 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 May 2012 50,692 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 520?

Based on 1,661,806 MOT tests across 152,584 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
7,968
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
152,584
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 47,121
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 22,647
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16,724
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 15,884
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,720
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YK09 GYE is a 2009 BMW 520 in Grey with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 BMW 520 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 100,384 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 520 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 47,121 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK09 GYE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 520 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 520 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YK09 GYE registered?

YK09 GYE is a 2009 BMW 520, first registered on 27 March 2009.

Is YK09 GYE safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK09 GYE shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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